Cameo
boy nameCameo entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #2680 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#2680
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3569 |
| 1980s | #3707 |
| 1990s | #7446 |
| 2000s | #11101 |
| 2010s | #10420 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Cameo are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cameo alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cameo in 2025?
- Cameo is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cameo most popular?
- Cameo peaked in 1981, reaching #2680 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cameo with classmates?
- Cameo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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